Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.

1. What should my child bring to school?
2. Is there snack time every day?
3. Is there Show and Tell?
4. What will my child learn in second grade?
5. How can I help my child succeed in school?
6. Can I help out in the classroom?
7. What is your behavior policy?

What should my child bring to school?

Your child should bring a pencil box and two laminated pocket folders that 
are labeled with their name.The pencil box and one folder will be kept in 
school, and the other pocket folder will be used as a home/school folder.  
Corrected papers and homework assignments will be sent home in this folder 
everyday, and notes for the teacher and homework assignments should be 
returned to school everyday in this folder.

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Is there snack time every day?

Yes. We have about 10 to 15 minutes for snack every day. Children should 
bring in a healthy snack, such as fruit, vegetables, crackers and cheese, 
yogurt, etc. They should also bring in a water or juice box.

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Is there Show and Tell?

Each day while we have snack one table per day will get to share something.  
Some children bring in things from home to talk about and share with the 
children.  Some children have "tell" shares, where they might tell about 
something fun or interesting they have done.  This is a great way for 
children to bring their interests into the classroom and learn to speak in 
front of a group of children.

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What will my child learn in second grade?

Children continue building their reading skills, which is why it is so 
important for each child to read every single night as part of their 
routine.  In first grade children are introduced to reading, writing, math 
and problem-solving skills, and in second grade we begin to practice and 
master these skills. In essence, their academic foundation is being 
strengthened and their skills become more advanced in second grade.

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How can I help my child succeed in school?

You can help your child by making sure all notices are read, homework is done
and returned on time, and making sure if you have any questions or concerns 
that you contact me right away so we can address them immediately.  Also a 
good night sleep and good breakfast will help them be more alert during the 
school day.

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Can I help out in the classroom?

At Open House in September, I always put up a sign-up sheet for helpers. I 
need a room mother who will be responsible to contacting parents at party 
time, and I have centers on Friday that require help.

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What is your behavior policy?

The school wide behavior rules are the I Care Rules.
1. We listen to each other.
2. Hands are for helping, not hurting.
3. We use I Care language.
4. We care about each other's feelings.
5. We are responsible for what we say and do.
If one of these rules is broken, first I give a reminder. If the behavior 
continues, I give a warning. If the behavior still continues, the child has 
to hop their frog from green to yellow. The frog may return to green before 
the end of the day if the child turns their behavior around. However, if the 
I Care Rules continue to be broken, the frog will hop from yellow to my 
desk, the red zone. This means I will call home or write a note home. I also 
give out I Care Coupons sporadically when I see the I Care Rules being 
followed. If a child collects 10 coupons, once a week they can cash them in 
for a special reward. Of course, if they hop their frog, they give back a 
coupon, and if it hops onto my desk (the red zone), they lose all of their 
coupons. Everyday we begin a fresh new day, and there are always 
oppportunities to collect more I Care Coupons.

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